At about 3 today 51 children arrived, 30% more than our last camp! Most of them are first-time campers, with ten who returned for a second weekend with us. What a blessing. They'll help the other kids learn the ropes.
Ruth and I have been taking lots of pictures but aren't sure when we'll have time to download them from camera to PC and the upload from PC to blog, especially considering recent internet instability.
Prayer request: We have 31 boys stuffed into a dorm that can comfortably fit maybe 24. We're throwing mattresses on the floor and allowing boys to share a bunk if they'd like. Lots of the boys are young'uns, full of energy and irrepressible high spirits. They are a joy, and very sweet! We're giving them lots of physical activity to try to wear them out for bedtime: swimming, games on the beach, and now a treasure hunt. Please pray for everyone to get some sleep tonight! Our teen boys have a lot of responsibility, although God has provided ample support in the form of two adult interpreters and one Nicaraguan father who came along as a helper.
Also please pray for little Jose, who is asking to go home, that God will ensure the best for him is what happens.
OK, the treasure hunt is nearly over and I'll be needed for chapel soon. Later!
Muchisimas gracias por tus notitas sobre el trabajo, los retos, y la alegria de estar ahí. Sobre todo gracias por las fotos de los muchachos preciosos. Qué privilegio compartir el evangelio con ellos. Oro por todas ustedes y pido a nuestro Señor que ustedes bendiga y que los da la salud y poder a continuar. La gracia de nuestro Señor Jesucristo sea con todos ustedes.
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